We at OysterLink always celebrate the best employees in the hospitality industry. These places are loved by our users, all thanks to their welcoming atmospheres, opportunities for growth, and genuine recognition of their teams.
- 1. Joe’s Stone Crab is a family-run business established in 1913, before Miami Beach was even a city. Since then, it has been known for treating staff like a part of the family.
- 2. Branja Miami’s chef Tom Aviv is committed to providing a supportive work environment. “Mentorship, to me, is everything. It’s not just about offering guidance; it’s about being a part-time psychologist for my employees,” he said in our exclusive interview.
- 3. Amara at Paraiso is a Miami Waterfront restaurant by James Beard Award-winning Chef and restaurateur Michael Schwartz. It has been designated as a great place to work by its employees.
- 4. Ostrow Brasserie is a first Kosher-French restaurant in Miami. Chef Olivia Ostrow told Oysterlink about three rules she lives by when it comes to managing the team: “Never tolerate disrespect, value your people, ditch the boss mentality and embrace leadership”.
- 5. Zuma is a Japanese restaurant offering growth opportunities for its team. Employees say Zuma has the highest level of hospitality and teaches everything from how to fold toilet paper in the bathroom to free educational classes.
- 6. Michaels Genuine Food & Drink, located in the Design District, offers New American cuisine. The restaurant is known for communicative management and great teamwork and is named a great place to work by its employees. Well, it’s no surprise: “genuine” is in the name!
- 7. KYU Wynwood specializes in Asian BBQ using local ingredients. It has built a team that’s been together for ages, which is a rare find in a business known for its high staff turnover.
- 8. Ariete in Coconut Grove serves modern American dishes with Cuban flair. It’s recognized for competitive pay and employee perks like food discounts and parking.
- 9. Stubborn Seed in South Beach features progressive American cuisine. The restaurant emphasizes staff involvement and appreciation, some employees especially highlight how nice it turned out to be working with Jeremy Ford, Bravo’s top chef season 13’s winner.
- 10. Lira Beirut Eatery has made a splash in Miami, even though it’s been open just over a year. Co-owner Farid Lutfi shared his secret to success: “Friendly service, a clean and inviting interior, and a team that truly cares – that’s the recipe for success”.
